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Mexican Wall Face Plates in the style of Picasso
Located in New York, NY
of graphic whimsy in each hand painted plate which is signed on the back. No doubt these are great
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Danish rosewood desk, 1960s
Located in Braga, Braga
in the center (three lockable) on the front. A closed bar cabinet and bookshelves on the back side
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Danish rosewood desk, 1960s
Danish rosewood desk, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 28.35 in
The Long Way Home, Drawing, Pen & Ink on Watercolor Paper
By Lisa Bolin
Located in Yardley, PA
--bookshelves, workspace, or an intimate narrow wall space. This piece is matted in a medium grey textured mat
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2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen

Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 8-shade
By Bruno Gatta, Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
axis to meet any lighting needs in a living room (paintings, bookshelves etc.). The shades have neutral
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 8-shade
Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 8-shade
H 19.69 in W 57.09 in D 26.78 in
Sistema Chandelier, Piattelli Design, Gunmetal Finish and Glass, 4-Shade
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
back in fashion, probably because of its uniqueness and the nice play with light in reflection. This 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Golden Oak Long Breakfront Enclosed and Open Bookcase
Located in Norwich, GB
and oak faced to the front. The back is in stained pine. The bookcase has no damage or woodworm
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Oak, Pine

Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 6-shade
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo, Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
shades can be rotated on the arm axis to meet any lighting needs in a living room (paintings, bookshelves
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 6-shade
Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 6-shade
H 19.69 in W 59.85 in D 26.78 in
Fine Pair of Fully Restored Unique Antique Davenport Side Table Bookcases Desks
Located in GB
ever seen this size, designed as open library bookshelves with Daveport tops, they have been fully
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Antique 1810s English Regency Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Eros TV Console in Blackened Steel Frame and Marble Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
antique brass, and crowned with marble, along with two bookshelves. With careful attention to detail, a
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21st Century and Contemporary British Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Sistema Chandelier by Piattelli Design, 4-shade
By Bruno Gatta, Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
, bookshelves etc.). The shades have neutral white glass fixtures. Please see the photos. On the back there is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Orbitale Planetario Brass 8 Rotating Arms Chandelier, Featured for Dining Table
By Silvio Piattelli, Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
. Shades can rotate on the arm axis to fulfill any lighting need of a living room (paintings, bookshelves
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Restored Metamorphic Antique Regency Armchair to Library Steps Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
washed back and French polished by a Victorian trained polisher, the leather upholstery has been stripped
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique 1810 Attributed to Gillows Metamorphic Leather Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
been washed back and French polished by a Victorian trained polisher, the leather upholstery is all new
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Antique 1810s English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Sistema Chandelier, Piattelli Design, Brushed Nickel and Glass, 6-Shade
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
room (paintings, bookshelves etc.). The shades have neutral white glass fixtures. Please see the photos
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass, Nickel

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Veneziana 5 tiers chandelier, 41 Opaline glass elements by Piattelli. US wiring
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Drawing on decades of experience in lighting, my aim was to fashion a chandelier that seamlessly marries timeless elegance with practicality. This listing is for the US wired UL com...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Glass, Opaline Glass

Sofa Djinn Model by Olivier Mourgue in Yellow Fabric
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Djinn two-seater sofa designed by Olivier Mourgue in 1965 for Airborne. Metal frame lined with foam and covered in yellow Kvadrat publisher's fabric. The feet have steel Skat...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Pair of Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Frame and Pink Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, stained beech, fabric, Czech Republic, 1950s. This beautifully designed lounge chair holds a striking construction by means of the sculpted elements discerni...
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

John Stuart Mid-Century Bar Cabinet
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique Mid-Century bar cabinet features an expandable formica top with raised edges, spacious storage shelves, and a wide drawer for organizing glass ware or other items. Unique...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

John Stuart Mid-Century Bar Cabinet
John Stuart Mid-Century Bar Cabinet
H 26 in W 44.5 in D 22 in
Murano Glass Pink Geometric Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Pink geometric Murano glass lamps. This architectural pair has five components each fused together to form a multifaceted base. The composition sits on a clear glass slab. We loved t...
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Pink Geometric Lamps
Murano Glass Pink Geometric Lamps
H 28.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.875 in
Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Infinity wall mirror reflects the passage of time in an infinite gaze, captivating the attenti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of black painted oak and cow hide seat. This was the most popular option when the chairs was produced. Refreshing design with bold ...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Oak

Pair of Modernist Starburst Brass and Hand Blown Murano Frosted Glass Sconces
By Murano 5
Located in New York, NY
This graphic and dramatic pair of modernist sconces were realized in Murano, Italy, the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

SOFT Green Night Stand / Side Table with Solid Wood Sphere
By Studio Christine Kalia
Located in Larnaca, CY
MDF surfaces and a Swedish pine solid wood sphere lacquered in dead matt petrol green colour. This compact low level piece elaborates the curved profiles of the series in three dim...
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2010s European Night Stands

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 L" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio
By Casey Lurie
Located in Chicago, IL
Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the p...
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2010s North American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Danish Rosewood Desk and Bookcase with Sliding Doors, 1950
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A beautiful Danish rosewood desk cabinet with upper shelving. Features adjustable shelving with additional storage behind the 2 sliding doors and an extendable writing surface. Has a...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

METAMORPHIC Blue Nightstand / Side Table
By Studio Christine Kalia
Located in Larnaca, CY
MDF wood lacquered in dark blue colour. This design piece is a versatile companion to various functions. Serving as a nightstand, side bed table or stepping surface, the prismatic ...
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2010s European Minimalist Night Stands

Materials

Wood

METAMORPHIC Blue Nightstand / Side Table
METAMORPHIC Blue Nightstand / Side Table
H 14.18 in W 21.26 in D 17.72 in
Set of Two Handcrafted Marcelino Center Tables Tropical Parota Wood and Marble
By Leon Leon Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This set of two handcrafted Marcelino center tables is a unique creation by Leon Leon Design from Mexico City. Both are made of solid tropical Parota wood and hand-carved, the big on...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Rattan and Wicker Etagere Bookshelves
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of vintage etageres feature full rattan construction and wicker detailing with glass shelving. Good condition with minor imperfections consistent with age, see photos for condit...
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Rattan and Wicker Etagere Bookshelves
Rattan and Wicker Etagere Bookshelves
H 74.25 in W 32 in D 18 in
Organic Modern Center Table Jean in Natural Travertine Marble Stone
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Jean oval center table is unique in its conception with Organic Modern inspiration. Natural Stone is unrepeatable in its individuality, this way each Jean center table is unique fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Brutalist Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage brutalist bar cabinet, 1970
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Two tone oak graphical door brutalist (bar) cabinet. Stately piece of furniture which offers plenty of storage space and made out of high quality oak panels. Good condition. 1970s...
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Vintage  brutalist bar cabinet, 1970
Vintage  brutalist bar cabinet, 1970
H 53.15 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in

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Huge 14 Drawers and 2 Bookshelves Twin Pedestal Double Sided Partner Desk
Located in GB
share, the style dates back to the old legal desks where the partners would face one another or you
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20th Century English Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Stunning Vintage Burr Walnut Kidney Desk with Cupboards Bookcases to the Back
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
with bookshelves which are height adjustable to match the middle book shelf We have cleaned waxed
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20th Century English Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Teak Desk Model 75 by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun, 1960s
By Gunni Omann, Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
pulls and bookmatched veneer. Back features two open bookshelves and a cabinet with drop down door
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Pair of Ebonized Chinese Chinoiserie Side Table Sized Cupboard Bookcases
Located in GB
chinoiserie decoration A good looking and decorative pair of cupboards or bookshelves with drawers, they
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Ebony

Early Richard Rothbard craftsmen complex wood puzzle box
Located in Palm Springs, CA
flyers posted backstage in Broadway theaters, I received small assignments-bookshelves, tables-that I
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Vintage 1960s American Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of Chinese Chippendale Style Curio Cabinets or Bookshelves, circa 1880
Located in Shippensburg, PA
numerous repairs and losses: one cabinet in particular with loss and replacement to portions of the back
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Antique Late 19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

On A Whim, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
By Lisa Bolin
Located in Yardley, PA
watercolor bond. Perfect for kid's rooms, workspace, bookshelves, or any special more petite space you have
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2010s Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

1960s Danish Rosewood Arne Vodder Design for Sibast Freestanding Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
. The desk is freestanding due to the apertures designed on the back to be used a bookshelves/storage
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Brights of Nettlebed Double Sided Inverted Breakfront Pedestal Desk
By Brights of Nettlebed
Located in GB
is a double filing drawer, the back side seems to have the same formation however the pedestal
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20th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Metamorphic Shepherd's Crook Reading Armchair to Library Steps Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
been on a journey of restoration, the frame has been washed back and French polished by a Victorian
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Danish Teak and Rosewood Bookshelves
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Nyborg, DK
Wall height teak and rosewood bookshelves manufactured in Denmark in the 1960's. Each unit features
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak and Rosewood Bookshelves
Danish Teak and Rosewood Bookshelves
H 78.75 in W 35.44 in D 9.45 in
Kai Kristiansen Writing Desk Retro Vintage
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
, opened bar with mirror, and a sliding round drawer. On the back bookshelves. Preserved in good condition
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Writing Desk Retro Vintage
Kai Kristiansen Writing Desk Retro Vintage
H 29.93 in W 53.15 in D 27.96 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bookshelves no back you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and brass, every bookshelves no back was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a bookshelves no back, we have 5 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the bookshelves no back you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A bookshelves no back, designed in the mid-century modern, Regency or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Silvio Piattelli, Brights of Nettlebed and Casa Botelho each produced at least one beautiful bookshelves no back that is worth considering.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bookshelves should typically be 10 to 12 inches deep.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How long bookshelves can be without sagging depends on the overall strength of the materials and the quality of the craftsmanship. However, most manufacturers make bookshelves up to 30 to 36 inches in length. Shop an assortment of bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The logo that is two Cs back to back is the logo of Chanel. You'll see the logo prominently featured in the designs of Chanel handbags, apparel, jewelry and other pieces. The pair of Cs pays tribute to Coco Chanel, who founded the French luxury fashion house in 1910. Chanel designed the logo herself and first unveiled it in 1925. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Chanel bags, apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    What is on the back of a mirror varies. Most mirrors feature a metal backing fashioned out of nickel, tin, silver, chromium or aluminum. Manufacturers typically apply film-forming paint to the metal to reduce the risk of corrosion and extend the life of the mirror. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Hinge-back earrings are earrings with a certain type of closure. Specifically, they feature a post mounted on a hinge that snaps into a groove to secure the earrings in place. Also called a saddle-back or hinged saddle-back, the closure is common on hoop earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of hinge-back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Euro back earrings are earrings with a certain type of fastener hardware. The earrings feature a curved metal wire that slips through the piercing and a curved hinged element that flips upward to secure it. You will also see Euro back earrings referred to as Euro clasps, Euro wires and leverbacks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Euro back earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A bench with a back on it is usually just called a bench, while one without a back is a backless bench. Pieces placed in public areas to seat one or two people are park benches. Longer, more decorative ones for home use are garden benches. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of benches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A paddle-back earring is a clip-on earring with a particular type of closure. Specifically, the design includes a wide fastener with a tension bar cutting through its middle. Once the earring is in place, you can bend the tension bar to tighten or loosen the clip and adjust the fit. Shop a diverse assortment of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    A latch-back earring is an earring with a particular type of backing. Specifically, it features a post that snaps into a small hole, similar to a latch on a gate. The design is simple to operate and helps to keep earrings securely in place. Shop a collection of latch-back earrings on 1stDibs.
  • A screw back is a type of closure for earrings wherein the post is fastened to the back by screwing it. This type of back is usually used for earrings that are worn everyday, children's earrings, or high value earrings as this type of back tends to be more secure.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A screw back earring is a type of earring where the back screws into place as if it were a nut over a screw. Because they must be twisted off, they’re more secure for high value earrings.